Chelsea have officially confirmed Jose Mourinho as their new manager.
The 50-year-old has signed a four-year deal, to take over from Rafa Benitez, who has been appointed as Napoli’s new coach.
A statement on the club website read: “Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Jose Mourinho as first team manager.
“Mourinho has signed a four-year contract and will return to the club where he won two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and two League Cups between 2004 and 2007.
“He brings three coaching staff with him in Rui Faria, Silvino Louro and Jose Morais. Each carries the title of Assistant First Team Coach and will work alongside current first team staff Steve Holland, Christophe Lollichon and Chris Jones.
“The new manager will be officially presented in a press conference at Stamford Bridge on Monday 10 June, further details of which will follow in due course.”
The Blues chief executive, Ron Gourlay, admitted that the Portuguese was always the first choice, because of his massive popularity at the club.
“He was and remains a hugely popular figure at the club and everyone here looks forward to working with him again,” Gourlay said.
“I am delighted to welcome Jose back to Chelsea. His continued success, drive and ambition made him the outstanding candidate.
“It is our aim to keep the club moving forward to achieve greater success in the future and Jose is our number one choice as we believe he is the right manager to do just that.”
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